Disruption of Huachicol Activities Requires Multidisciplinary Approach

Published: June 23, 2026

This article provides an overview of huachicol activities conducted by Mexico-based FTO-designated transnational criminal organizations (FDTCOs) and provides indicators that may aid in identifying, investigating, and disrupting these activities. It is intended to increase awareness of these illicit activities and implications for federal, state, local, tribal, and territorial public safety and private-sector security partners.

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